KOS, a hip-hop artist from Palmdale, California, has an abiding love for music. His perspective on music came from being exposed to different religious backgrounds and
Rap superstar Kendrick Lamar‘s dominance this year has everyone on full notice. His fourth album, DAMN recently achieved double platinum status, and he’s currently selling out
President John F. Kennedy had the right idea when he stated, “If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the
Jay-Z’s 13th album, 4:44, has been the talk of the music world. The album has prompted questions regarding his relationship with Beyonce, explored the complicated narrative of
Meet Craig Johnson, the founder of Phunky Feet, a monthly subscription sock offering. The unique thing about Phunky Feet socks is that each design is
A two-year-old mural depicting the Notorious B.I.G in Bed-Stuy, New York is scheduled to be removed, according to the landlord of the property Samuel Berkowitz,
Nestled comfortably between pop art and art nouveau is “Afro-Lution,” an emerging, evocative art movement that’s sure to put the art world on notice. Incorporating
Featuring two stages, an abundance of food, artwork, and impeccable festival fashion, Broccoli City stands as one of the top festivals to take place in
The year 2017 has been a great one for music releases. From Big Sean dropping I Decided at the top of the year, to most recently, Kendrick
Kim Grimes and Spencer Charles will be presenting the next installment of the “These Walls Talk” experience. Taking place on April 23 at Artlanta Gallery,
Mother-daughter duo and former Atlantans Carolyn and Fatimah Thomas have racked up vast experience in servicing the stylish individual. With Carolyn’s design skills and Fatimah’s
For the past 15 years, the Chicago Alumnae of Delta Sigma Theta has held an art fair and exposition on the first Friday and Saturday in
With the nation divided courtesy of new leadership in the White House, ironically one art exhibit over this past extended weekend evoked pride, nostalgia and
The NorthEnd Collective is Detroit’s newest shopping and art destination. Located in midtown Detroit, the eclectic retail space celebrated its grand opening, Saturday, February 4.
Danny Simmons is among many Philadelphia artists and arts organizations brimming with anticipation of a renaissance in the city. New things are happening, new people
Hadiza Lawal (@wovenblends) and Nick Barney (@n.effect) are among the dozen artists who have inspired a new temporary gallery now open at the World of Coca–Cola. Though
For Jadakiss, his love for music came when he was introduced to it by family members. “[I fell in love with rap] by hearing the music they were playing as I was growing up,” Jadakiss said. “They introduced me to hip-hop. My early influences range from The Furious Five, Run-D.M.C., [and] The Sugar Hill Gang. When it came to R&B, it was The Whispers and Luther Vandross. My mom was playing that music at the crib.”
On Nov. 19, the Detroit Repertory Theatre celebrated its 60th anniversary for its 2016-2017 season. The theater opened in Detroit in 1957, originally performing children’s
Spelman alumna and current art educator Jessica Felder is an established visual creative who specializes in transforming spaces with antique installations and art performance. Many
Afropunk is the pre-eminent cultural festival for Black millennials who embrace their uniqueness. After its humble beginnings in Brooklyn, New York, the festival has expanded to
